ABT Sportsline recently celebrated its 125th anniversary with the limited edition RSQ8-R which they consider to be the fastest SUV in the market. They are only building 125 of these and we have seen quite a few so far, this San Marino Blue one is the latest example to receive an ABT treatment. <\/p>\n
The RSQ8-R is powered by a 4.0L V8 twin-turbo engine tuned to deliver 740hp and 920Nm of torque. The acceleration from 0-100km\/h is achieved in 3.4 seconds down from 3.8s and a top speed of 315km\/h. The Audi RSQ8 leaves the factory with a power rating of 600hp and 800Nm torque. <\/p>\n
ABT offers an Aero Package that features carbon fiber parts including front and rear skirt add-ons, front lip with add on and mirror caps, wheelhouse ventilation, fender extensions and rear spoiler.<\/p>\n
The Audi RSQ8-R is further fitted with high performance 21 inch GR wheels completely painted in glossy black. Tires measure 295\/35 R23 all round.<\/p>\n
For more lateral dynamics, the vehicle is equipped with air suspension utilizing ABT Level Control (ALC) that can be lowered by 25mm in comfort level and 15mm in dynamic level. A stainless High Performance Exhaust system is also available with four 104mm end pipes.<\/p>\n
The interior features an upgraded ABT steering wheel, armrest and center console. On the open market, the ABT RSQ8-Rs are retailing for over 300,000 Euros including the base car. ABT has not provided the official MSRP. <\/p>\n\r\n